Dover Area High School

Dover Area High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
4500 Intermediate Ave,  Dover, PA
Dover Area School District
3.2
2.3
982 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1150
Average ACT Score
25
Math Proficiency
52%
Reading Proficiency
65%
Average GPA
3.49
Graduation Rate
88%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
B+
Teachers
C+
College Prep
C+
Administration
C-
Resources/Facilities
C
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
C+
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.49
Reading Proficiency
65%
Math Proficiency
52%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
63
Full Time Teachers
63
Teachers in First or Second Year
2.8%
College Prep
Average SAT
1150
Math
570
Verbal
580
Average ACT
25
Math
25
English
24
Reading
25
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
9
AP Pass Rate
36.8%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Average
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
342:1

Student Diversity

Male
53%
Female
47%
White
75.8%
Hispanic
13.5%
Two or more races
4.8%
Black
4.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
York College of Pennsylvania 130 Students
Penn State 123 Students
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania 78 Students
University of Pittsburgh 71 Students
Temple University 65 Students
Millersville University of Pennsylvania 58 Students
Commonwealth University - Bloomsburg 50 Students
Messiah University 43 Students
West Chester University of Pennsylvania 40 Students
Drexel University 37 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 44 Students
Business 42 Students
Biology 42 Students
Psychology 36 Students
Computer Science 26 Students
Elementary Education 25 Students
Accounting 24 Students
Marketing 22 Students
Pre-Law Studies 19 Students
Education 19 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.2 189 Reviews
1.0 Senior
1/17/2025
My experience at Dover area high school was a ok experience I'm new to the school so I don't know much but one thing for sure is it sucks not being able to use the WiFi on my phone. Being my phone is cut off means I'm at school bored and unable to text my mom or anyone if needed too
3.0 Senior
1/14/2025
Dover is a good school overall. The teachers are nice , the counselors are supportive , and the administrators overall are very good at their jobs. One major problem is the racism . Many students at Dover can be racist and I feel they do not get punished as they should. Students and some staff do not take racism as seriously as it should be. Not only racism , but many students are rude to others and not punished for their actions. More bullying and racism should be reported so staff can do their jobs of protecting students and allowing them to feel comfortable.
5.0 Alum
11/20/2024
I had an amazing High School experience and feel that I was ready to jump into my college career. All of the staff from the janitors to the teachers made sure that we as students would be ready for the next chapter of life. I truly believe that without the experiences that I was able to obtain during this time of my life I would not have been prepared for this next chapter. I will always be thankful a f grateful for those who have helped become they woman that I am today. Sure I have struggled, but who has not? With that struggle I was able to become not just a strong individual but an individual who is now able to share my hardships with others in hopes that they know they are not alone.
GreatSchools Reviews
2.3 7 Reviews
1.0 parent
7/13/2025
Dover school district is a joke. Alls they care about is the school band and there football team . They dont care about the students with special needs or the other kids. Alls they see is dollar signs when the see a child with special needs. Im glad my child dont go to dover anymore
1.0 student
5/30/2023
Im a current student and this school is horrible. The bullying and fighting are more than out of hand and even after reported nothing happens.The teachers here cant teach well and hate their students.
1.0 parent
12/7/2022
its because teachers bothers you when you know what you are doing.
5.0 parent
10/31/2020
Excellent! My son was in private school during part of his elementary years but I transferred him to public to be challenged. Now he is number 1 in his class and his PSAT scores are remarkable, his grades are excellent and he is continuing to take AP and honors class all while in the marching band

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Dover Area High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Dover, PA, in the Dover neighborhood, and is served by the Dover Area School District in Pennsylvania. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 982 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 52% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 65% are proficient in reading. Dover Area High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.49, the graduation rate is 88%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1150 and an ACT score of 25. The average home value in this area is $319,143. Discover additional schools in the area, like Lighthouse Christian School, Christian School of York, Bible Baptist Christian Academy, and more. Learn more about what Dover has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Dover Area High School.

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